2002 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 7 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 422 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 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2009 Acura TL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | NSX | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
