2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 2910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 6510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 129 L |