2005 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
