2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Patrol | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
