2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (198 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
