2003 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2003 Acura NSX and 2003 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (107 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Acura 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 2003 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Accent 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.
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2003 Acura NSX | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Accent |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |