2004 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
