2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
