1994 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 300 ZX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
