2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 60 L |
