1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 95 L |