2002 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 512 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
