2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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 (441 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
