2003 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 5 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2008 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | S4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 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 |
