2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 60 L |
