2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Prius 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 275 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Prius. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 45 L |
