1999 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Acura NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 776 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
