1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1997 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | MR2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2430 mm |