2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |