2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
