1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera 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, 2001 Opel Frontera 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |