2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
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2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Suburban |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |