2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback. 2002 Subaru Outback 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. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
