2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 165 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 227 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | NSX | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |