2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 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 (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |