2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
