2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 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 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
