2004 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Acura | Smart |
| Model | NSX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
