2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | SVX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
