2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 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 17 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 418 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX. 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 2011 Cadillac SRX. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Suburban | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
