1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Infiniti EX.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Suburban | EX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2810 mm |
