2012 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 963 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Passat |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
