2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1299 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56. 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Suburban | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 106 L |
