2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 822 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cerato | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
