2000 Chevrolet SSR 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 SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 502 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3302 mm |
