2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1990 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Suburban | Summit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
