2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 4 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, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | Patrol | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2900 mm |