2004 Acura TL vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Acura TL. (270 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2004 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
