2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
