1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2850 mm |
