2001 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (414 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (515 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2895 mm |
