2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 2011 Honda Pilot. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 79 L |