2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Nissan | Acura |
Model | Patrol | EL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2619 mm |