2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 806, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 806 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2830 mm |
