2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |