2005 Acura NSX vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
