2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 135 L |
