2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 113 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 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |