2002 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | NSX | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
