2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | M80 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |
