2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2006 Nissan 1400 and 2006 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
