2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 658 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Patrol | TSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
