2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
