2002 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival 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 144 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 768 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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 Kia Carnival, 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2011 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | NSX | Carnival |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |