2005 Acura TSX vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TSX. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | TSX | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 135 L |