2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1609 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 42 L |
