2002 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 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 138 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 204 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura NSX 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Acura Seat
Model NSX Alhambra
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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