2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 464 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |