2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 267 kg more than 2012 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
