2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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 (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 76 L |
