2004 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 995 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | GL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |