2002 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50. 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, 2008 Volvo V50, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
