2002 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 314 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, 2010 Dodge Journey, 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 (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey. 2010 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Journey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
