2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 4 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac GTO. 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 (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac GTO. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | GTO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
