1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Stagea (362 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Stagea | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2568 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
