2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |