2004 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |