2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara 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 202 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 785 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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 Toyota Solara. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Solara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
