2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |