2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
