2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 850 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |