2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 523 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 95 L |
