2000 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 116 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX. 2009 Dodge Durango 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. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
