2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 264 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 SSR (481 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
