2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2953 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
