2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Patrol and 2005 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Matrix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |