2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 945 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |