2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
