2002 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 66 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
