2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 357 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |