2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 752 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 60 L |