2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Ford Territory
To start off, 2008 Ford Territory is newer by 3 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Ford Territory.
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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Territory |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
