1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 361 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Patrol |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3075 mm |