2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 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 239 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
