2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 659 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
