2003 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
| Model | NSX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
