2002 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | NSX | A4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |