2002 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Audi A8
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2009 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
