2004 Acura NSX vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 720 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |