2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 6 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 291 kg more than 2011 Acura MDX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Patrol | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2064 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 79 L |
