2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 571 kg more than 2010 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Patrol | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
