2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (363 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |