2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 458 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 80 L |
