2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 292 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Terracan | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |