2005 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1489 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 148 L |
