2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
