1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |
