2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1517 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |
