2001 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Armada |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 522 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3140 mm |