2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Murano | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3350 mm |
