2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 135 L |
