2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 50 L |