2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2009 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 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera. 2009 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Primera | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 135 L |
