1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 738 kg more than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | X90 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
