2001 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX 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 376 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Marathon has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Marathon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | Marathon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
