2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| 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 | 346 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 117 L |
