2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 121 kg more than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti G37. 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 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Patrol | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
