2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 133 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 583 kg more than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 (454 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |