2000 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Suburban |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |