2000 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2002 Honda Inspire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Honda Inspire. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Inspire.
Because 2000 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire, 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2002 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | Inspire |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 401 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |