2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 117 L |
