2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |