2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 712 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 72 L |
