2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Honda Life

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1997 Honda Life
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Suburban Life
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5327 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 58 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2232 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2370 mm


 

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