2000 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 144 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla 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. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Acura NSX 2011 Toyota Corolla
Make Acura Toyota
Model NSX Corolla
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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