1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Nissan Titan.
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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Titan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3560 mm |