2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn L 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 (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Patrol | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
