2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 736 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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 GMC Terrain. 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 (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2858 mm |
