2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |
