1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 706 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Armada |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3140 mm |