2004 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Honda Stream

To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 4 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 Honda Stream, 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 (304 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura NSX 2012 Honda Stream
Make Acura Honda
Model NSX Stream
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 154 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 94.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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