2008 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TSX weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
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, 2010 Acura TSX, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | NSX | TSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
