1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 765 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | APV | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
