2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 334 kg more than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |