2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4757 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 48 L |