1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 89 kg more than 1996 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Patrol | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
