2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
