2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tahoe (447 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Tahoe | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |