1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 571 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2980 mm |
