2004 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 354 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2001 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | Seville |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |