2011 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 216 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1935 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto. 2011 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Patrol | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
