2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 379 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (447 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |