2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | President |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |