2001 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 (542 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |