2002 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
