2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 493 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
