2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Pickup | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2634 mm |
