2002 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 237 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |