2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 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 52 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 811 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1544 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 64 L |
