2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ducato | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |