2005 Acura NSX 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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |