2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 432 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Blazer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |