2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 311 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Routan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 78 L |
