2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 819 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Odyssey | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 95 L |