2004 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (222 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
