2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Impala | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |