2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus 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) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 659 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
