2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Pilot | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 230 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
