2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 288 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |