2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Patrol | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |
