2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1524 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |