2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 272 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2895 mm |
