1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 274 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Murano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2824 mm |