2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. 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 (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RSX | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |