2001 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2001 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura NSX | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 544 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 4180 mm |