1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 8 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina.
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 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 2005 Toyota Caldina 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. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
