2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4264 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 88 L |