2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 752 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | 370Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |