2007 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX, 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2010 Acura RDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | NSX | RDX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |