2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 517 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Expedition | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |