2008 Honda NSX vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 336 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | NSX | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
