2002 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Audi A8
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2004 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
