2004 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata, 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.
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2004 Acura NSX | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Sonata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |