1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 12 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 262 kg more than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |