2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 370 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Acura | Acura |
| Model | NSX | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
