2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Patrol | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
