2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Colorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3300 mm |
