1997 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 985 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |
