2002 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Durango |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
