1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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 46 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3710 mm |