2012 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 883 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Patrol | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
