1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 12 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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, 2008 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
