2003 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2008 Holden Caprice is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2008 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
