2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Patrol | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1754 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 68 L |