1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 830 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Micra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
