2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Patrol | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
