1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 10 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 544 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION. 2006 Saturn ION 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. 2006 Saturn ION will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Patrol | ION |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
