2006 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
