2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (329 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 329 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |