2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (335 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
