2002 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 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, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Acura | Xedos |
| Model | NSX | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
