2002 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.

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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura NSX 2001 Holden Berlina
Make Acura Holden
Model NSX Berlina
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 249 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1644 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2950 mm


 

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