2004 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | NSX | Vue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |