2002 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 256 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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 (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | NSX | Thesis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |