2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 778 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. 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 (441 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Suburban | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
