2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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 61 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | F-250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |