2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1191 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
