2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |