2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 901 kg more than 1998 Toyota Supra.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Suburban (447 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
