2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 (509 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
