2004 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2004 Toyota Sienna. 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 Sienna, 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Sienna | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3302 mm |