2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3350 mm |
