1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Patrol | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |