1996 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 859 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Touareg |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |