2002 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 451 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | NSX | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
