2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Suburban and 2004 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 464 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Explorer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |