2004 Acura NSX vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |