1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
