2004 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Camry | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Camry | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |