2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Vitz has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
