2002 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 82 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 2002 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
