2004 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 70 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | NSX | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |