2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer 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 59 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 401 kg more than 2003 Ford Explorer. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
