2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8. 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 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | D8 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |