2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (495 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 91 L |
