1998 Lotus Emme vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1677 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Emme. (354 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Emme | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Emme | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2980 mm |
