2002 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 703 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2012 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Terracan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |