1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | CC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1417 mm |
