2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2005 Donkervoort D8 and 2005 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1785 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | D8 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2970 mm |