2006 Morgan 44 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan 44 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 135 L |
