2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 661 kg more than 2013 Acura RDX.
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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Patrol | RDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
