2004 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 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 163 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 293 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, 2002 Citroen C8, 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | NSX | C8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |