2007 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
