2002 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 147 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Element |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |