1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 413 kg more than 1999 Acura TL.
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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Patrol | TL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
