2000 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (329 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
