2004 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 3 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
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, 2007 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |