1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
