2002 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | NSX | GranSport |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |