2008 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |