2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Patrol and 2008 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
