1998 Nissan President vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Verona is newer by 6 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 112 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Verona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Verona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Verona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Verona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | President | Verona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |