2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1266 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
