2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 196 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
