2002 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Chrysler LHS
To start off, both 2002 Acura NSX and 2002 Chrysler LHS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 199 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. 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, 2002 Chrysler LHS, 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 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2002 Chrysler LHS | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | NSX | LHS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |