1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 18 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, 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 Honda NSX (311 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (241 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Sonata |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |