2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 95 L |