2011 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Patrol | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2785 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1995 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3075 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
