2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 719 kg more than 2003 Kia Amanti. 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, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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 (454 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2543 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
