2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 718 kg more than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 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 Toyota Sienna. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 2037 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |