2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |