2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (515 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |