2003 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda NSX | 2009 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
