2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 8 kg more than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Suburban | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
