2004 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 593 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | NSX | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 497 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |