2003 Acura EL vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2003 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | EL | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |