1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 14 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 546 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | 370Z |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2550 mm |