2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre 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 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 77 more horse power than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 714 kg more than 2001 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick LeSabre. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |