2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 806 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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 (447 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
