2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1339 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Uplander | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
