2002 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | NSX | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
