2005 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 72 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (366 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |