2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 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 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 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 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |