2012 Jeep Patriot vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 789 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jeep Patriot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Patriot | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
