2002 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 292 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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | NSX | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |