2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 612 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Patrol | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
