2001 Acura NSX vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | NSX | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
