2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 725 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol. 2003 Chevrolet SS has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 135 L |
