2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
