2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1404 mm |
