2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 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 48 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 672 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
