1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 152 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2000 Toyota Tundra 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. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |