2001 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | NSX | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2751 mm |
