2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
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 Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 251 Nm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |