2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5325 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |