1999 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1999 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura NSX | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
