2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
