2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1720 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (495 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 142 L |
