2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1184 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | C | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 148 L |
