2009 Ford Focus vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
