2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 74 L |
