2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | SRX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3300 mm |
