2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 63 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 206 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 96 L |