2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Trajet | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
