2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 559 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |