2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Corvette (705 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6258 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3350 mm |
