2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 709 kg more than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 80 L |
