2005 Acura TL vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 877 kg more than 2005 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
