1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 14 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 658 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | T5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
