2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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 96 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Colorado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |