2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Duna | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2980 mm |