2002 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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 106 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 85 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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Carens |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |