2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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 Hyundai i20. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
