2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 65 L |
