2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 66 L |
