2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 769 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |
