2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 944 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition. 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, both vehicles can yield 495 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Expedition |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 106 L |