2002 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Infiniti G20

To start off, both 2002 Honda NSX and 2002 Infiniti G20 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 105 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 91 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20. 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, 2002 Infiniti G20, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda NSX 2002 Infiniti G20
Make Honda Infiniti
Model NSX G20
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 249 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1343 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L