2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
