2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 (454 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
