2010 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 972 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Patrol | Charger |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
