2001 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 8 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 Acura 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 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | NSX | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
