2009 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1303 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Edge | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
