2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Journey. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Journey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
