2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 295 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 454 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |