1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Splash |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
