2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Patrol and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 90 L |
