2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
