2002 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quest | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 148 L |
