2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Titan | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2370 mm |
