2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Suburban and 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 199 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1398 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Suburban 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Suburban Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 150 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 71.3 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 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 50 L


 

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