2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 3 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Patrol | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
