2002 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Toyota RunX

To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 RunX, 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura NSX 2006 Toyota RunX
Make Acura Toyota
Model NSX RunX
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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