2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (405 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
