2012 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2012 Aston Martin DBS and 2012 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 230 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Patrol. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Aston Martin DBS | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DBS | Patrol |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 569 Nm | 399 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4719 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |