2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 928 kg more than 2012 Lexus CT. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Patrol | CT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1427 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 45 L |
