2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Suburban and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
