2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3300 mm |
