2002 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Patrol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |