2001 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 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 332 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
