2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |