2003 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 877 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda NSX | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 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 | 287 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |