2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 419 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
