2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
