2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 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 106 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 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 (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Dakota |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |