2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
