2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2001 Cadillac Vizon has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Vizon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Vizon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
