2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
