2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1524 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Equinox | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
