2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (203 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |