2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avensis 2011 Nissan Patrol
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Avensis Patrol
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 280 HP
Torque 192 Nm 399 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 2785 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3075 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 98 L


 

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