2004 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 285 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | Genesis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |