1999 Hyundai Galloper vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Galloper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Galloper would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Galloper has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Galloper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Galloper | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Galloper | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3075 mm |
