2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (415 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 88 L |
