2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 817 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (474 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 72 L |
