2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 558 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
