2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 322 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Suburban |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3302 mm |