2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
