2007 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Territory | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
