2009 Nissan Altima vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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, 2009 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
