2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 271 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrol | Routan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2084 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 78 L |