2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
