1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 1997 Nissan Patrol and 1997 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 597 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 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:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Avensis |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |