2002 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 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 77 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 602 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Navara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |