2003 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG, 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda NSX | 2001 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | XG |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
