2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (318 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
