2004 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
