2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 79 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |
