1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 156 kg more than 1997 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Ford Flex 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. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Patrol | Flex |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
