2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Tacoma | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
