2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
