2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 60 L |
