2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Patrol and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 287 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 100 L |