2003 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
