2003 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 9 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 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 91 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 75 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda NSX | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | CC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |