2002 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod 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 48 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Pod |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
