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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (122 HP @ 5600 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 1123 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 (454 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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 | 5359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
