2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 157 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
