1999 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 594 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | NSX | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
