2004 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 738 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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | Enclave |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1842 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |