2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Suburban | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |