1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 10 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
