2002 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 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 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Commander. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4703 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
