1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 608 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Xterra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |