2001 Acura EL vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 4 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 692 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
