2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 295 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
