2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Colorado | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
