2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Suburban and 2000 Volvo V70 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 144 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 632 kg more than 2000 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
