2002 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Antara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |