2004 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX 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 216 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 464 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
