2007 Acura RL vs. 2002 Acura NSX
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2002 Acura NSX | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | RL | NSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
