2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 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 98 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3001 mm |
