2004 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V70.
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, 2010 Volvo V70, 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
