1997 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 261 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura NSX | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | NSX | Borrego |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |