2005 Nissan Platina vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 817 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Platina | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
