2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2400 mm |
