2004 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato 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 186 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
