2000 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 2007 Subaru Forester 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. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| 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 | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
