2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. Both 2006 Chevrolet Suburban and 2005 GMC Sierra are equipped with a 5,965 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 117 L |
