2002 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | NSX | A4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |