2003 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. 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 189 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX.
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, 2006 Hyundai Atos, 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Atos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
