2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3350 mm |
