2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Patrol | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1238 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 52 L |
