2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 522 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |