1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 570 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Xterra |
Year Released | 1996 | 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 | 247 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1530 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 |