2003 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 9 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 67 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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | Verano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
