2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Allion. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Allion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
