2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 146 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Patrol | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 50 L |
