1998 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 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 (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 1998 Acura 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 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | NSX | C8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
