2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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 (495 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 67 L |