2002 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
