2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Suburban | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |
