1998 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V. 2003 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
