2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru WX 01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru WX 01 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2001 Subaru WX 01 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru WX 01 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | WX 01 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |