1999 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 698 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Terracan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |