1997 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 665 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |