2003 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | SL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |