2004 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
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 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (311 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | NSX | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |