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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 374 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
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 | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |