2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 (454 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
