2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (495 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 68 L |
