2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
