2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |