2002 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | Allion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |