2002 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 5 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Azera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
