2002 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 104 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |