1998 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 57 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 Kia Optima, 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 (284 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2004 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Optima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |