2008 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 438 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | M | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |