2002 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 299 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 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | NSX | S60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |