1996 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2970 mm |