2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Entourage | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
