1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 302 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
