1999 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 187 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |