1996 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 444 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1996 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | NSX | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
