2002 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 11 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) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | A3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 287 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2578 mm |