2002 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 11 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | NSX | RDX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
