2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
