2003 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 803 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2881 mm |