2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Suburban and 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. 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 (495 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Vibe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 45 L |