2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 849 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
