2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (176 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
