2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 815 kg more than 2005 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | MDX | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |