2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trans Sport | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3380 mm |
