2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 664 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 135 L |
