2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30. 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 1996 Infiniti J30. 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 (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Suburban | J30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
