2008 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Twin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Twin would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 886 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Twin, 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | Twin |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 21 L |
