2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 812 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Patrol | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |