2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 40 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3270 mm |