2002 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2002 Acura NSX and 2002 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 288 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Lexus SC 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. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2002 Lexus SC | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |