2001 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Montero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
