2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 62 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 575 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |