2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 100 L |
