2004 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 496 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 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 Saturn Vue, 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Acura | Saturn |
Model | NSX | Vue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |