2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 831 kg more than 2000 Saturn L.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Patrol | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
