2004 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Acura NSX and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 73 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 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |