2001 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 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. Both 2001 Acura NSX and 2011 Honda Odyssey are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey.

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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura NSX 2011 Honda Odyssey
Make Acura Honda
Model NSX Odyssey
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 480 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 79 L


 

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