2004 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, both 2004 Acura NSX and 2004 Dodge Caravan were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 277 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Caravan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |