2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 60 L |