2004 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,964 cc, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4964 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1715 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
