2004 BMW 645 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 645 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 425 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |