1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 678 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea.
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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Patrol | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |