2004 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |