2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 4 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 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 150 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 920 kg more than 2010 Fiat Bravo. 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Bravo. (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Bravo. 2006 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Bravo 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 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Patrol | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 57 L |
