2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton 400 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1383 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400, 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Patrol | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
