2002 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 501 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |