2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2648 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
