2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Durango and 2008 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 254 HP |
Torque | 448 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 135 L |