2004 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 402 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 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2010 Acura RL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | NSX | RL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |