2002 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |