2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
