2004 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2004 Honda NSX and 2004 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 31 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40, 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |