2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
