2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX 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 199 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | RX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
