2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 140 L |
