2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Suburban and 2000 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 222 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1417 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Suburban | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 33 L |