1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 15 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 451 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Infiniti G. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Patrol | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1406 mm |
