2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 518 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Patrol | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 409 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 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | LPG |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1757 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 Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |