1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
