2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Honda Stream
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Stream would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1488 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. 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 2003 Honda Stream. 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 (495 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Stream |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 55 L |
