2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Allion (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion. 2003 Toyota Allion 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. 2003 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Allion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |