1998 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Acura | Xedos |
| Model | NSX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
