2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 144 L |
