1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 551 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | Juke |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |