2001 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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. 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 340 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
