2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 791 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3350 mm |
