2001 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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. Both 2001 Acura NSX and 2012 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 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed 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 |