2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 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 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
