2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CLS | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |