2004 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 30 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 Volvo C30, 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | NSX | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
