2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 779 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Silverado | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
