2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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. Both 2005 Chevrolet Suburban and 2004 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,965 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (495 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 142 L |
