2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
