2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 934 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Traverse | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
