2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 72 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1383 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
