2000 Mazda Demio vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 912 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Demio | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
