2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |
