2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla 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 250 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
