2001 Acura RL vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Acura RL.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RL | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |