2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Toyota Century.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 1996 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Toyota Century | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |