2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Lexus LX
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Lexus LX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Suburban | LX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |