2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. 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 (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | STS | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |