2000 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2000 Acura NSX and 2000 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura NSX 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make Acura Toyota
Model NSX Tundra
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3208 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 426 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3270 mm


 

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