2005 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Acura | Land Rover |
| Model | NSX | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
