2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Patrol | Microbus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |