1998 Nissan President vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6
To start off, 2000 Suzuki XL6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki XL6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Suzuki XL6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki XL6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki XL6 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 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki XL6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 2000 Suzuki XL6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | President | XL6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
