2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |
