2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
