2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Primera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |