2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | F-450 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8100 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4379 mm |