2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 237 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 144 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 50 L |