2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 944 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. 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 Lexus IS (502 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (495 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Suburban | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 64 L |
