2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 408 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Patrol | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
