2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 619 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
