2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (447 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
