2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 506 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | NSX | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |