2002 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2001 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
