1995 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 973 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | NSX | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
