2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 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 42 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 223 kg more 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Acadia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |