2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Patrol | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
