1996 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 16 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 1996 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2735 mm |
