1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 15 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
