2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | MiTo | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 135 L |
