2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Sierra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 6590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |