2001 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 97 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 8100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |