2003 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
