2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 117 L |
