2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Magnum | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3300 mm |
