2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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 148 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Kuga. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Kuga 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
