2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Suburban and 2004 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sierra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 2282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
