2001 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 5 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
