2002 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Seat Exeo

To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo 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 138 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda NSX 2010 Seat Exeo
Make Honda Seat
Model NSX Exeo
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4661 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1772 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2642 mm