2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 125 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
