2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod 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 101 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1576 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. 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 2002 Toyota Pod. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Pod |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
