2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | BT-50 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
