1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Ford F-250

To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2005 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Suburban 2005 Ford F-250
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Suburban F-250
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5731 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 187 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 2145 kg 2640 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 3350 mm 3490 mm