1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Patrol | Ka |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
