1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2630 mm |
