1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 892 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3030 mm |
