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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 686 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). 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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 70 L |
