2004 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 15 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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 (285 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2944 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
