2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (335 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
