1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | GT 1 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
