1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 9 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2005 Toyota Sparky has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
