2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1115 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
