2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 817 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
