2008 Ford GT vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 235 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
