1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |