2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 850 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Patrol | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 62 L |
