2000 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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 179 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
