1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 738 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
