2002 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 566 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | NSX | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4000 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |