2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1774 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2739 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 45 L |
